Overwater bungalows in the Maldives
Experiencing a stay in the overwater bungalows in the Maldives are just one of the amazing things to do in this unique part of the world.
The Maldives: Dream Destination
Many nations have islands but none can compare to the Maldives. Here, crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean lap onto the most beautiful little islands on the planet. It’s where all of the travel clichés seem to have originated including “tropical oasis,"...

The Elephant Nature Park is a sanctuary for rescued elephants that brings animal loving travelers up close to Thailand’s gentle giants in a special way.
Rehabilitation and Visitor Interaction
Visit Thailand and you’ll realize early on that every corner seems to have a billboard advertising elephant rides and shows. That’s because many tourists believe riding on an elephant or seeing an elephant show is a great experience to have while in Thailand. What many animal loving tourists...

Visit Niagara Falls to see one of North America’s most scenic natural wonders. It’s a big, bold and beautiful attraction unlike anywhere else in the world.
Visit Niagara Falls
Formed by glaciers during the last ice age, these humongous waterfalls are like none other. They harness raw power from up to six million cubic feet of water rushing over its crest lines each minute. The water thunders and roars and rainbows shimmer in its mist. It is...

Going for groceries can be a traveler’s adventure in Asia where a special floating market in Indonesia sells products, fresh produce and more – from charming wooden boats.
A Colorful River Adventure: Lok Baintan Floating Market
The Lok Baintan floating market in Indonesia is a one of a kind market in Asia. Here, the colors, smells and sounds of a bustling market are centered around floating wooden boats. The drivers are the sellers themselves, rowing with wooden...

The Les Cols Pavellons in Girona, Spain is by far one of the most unique hotel stays in the world. It’s an experience completely encased in glass.
Peace and Privacy
In the little Spanish town of Olot outside of Girona and near the Garrotxa National Park, the Les Cols Pavellons Hotel was built to offer guests a different kind of peace and privacy.
The rooms aren’t called rooms but are literally something else. Hotel owners Judit Planella and...

Karlovy Vary is an elegant spa town in Europe, rich in history and healing waters and exotic treatments.
Spa Town History: Karlovy Vary in the Czech Republic
Combine relaxing elegance, impressive colonnades and expertly designed spa buildings in the heart of one of the Czech Republic’s most beautiful regions and you have Karlovy Vary. The spa town was founded in 1350 by the Czech King Charles IV. The name, Karlovy Vary, actually means Charles' Bath.
Set on the...

Swimming with nurse sharks is unique vacation experience that’s possible at Compass Cay.
Swimming with Nurse Sharks of Exumas
A nurse shark’s face look a bit like harmless catfish but it comes in the shape of one of the most famous frightening predators. The name doesn’t lie, nurse sharks are sharks. They have big dorsal fins -- infamous fins associated with man-eating shark movies like Jaws. But nurse sharks aren’t like Jaws at all. They are pretty...

The world’s coolest beach gathers enthusiastic crowds, but not for its white sand or sparkling waters. This Caribbean beach is famous for airplanes that skim the skies, 100 feet above beachgoers’ heads, to land at Princess Juliana International Airport.
The World’s Coolest Beach is on St. Maarten
At Apple Specials, we love unique travel experiences and one of them, exclusive to the the Caribbean Sea, has to be the world’s coolest beach: Maho Beach in St. Maarten....

Mexico is much more than stunning beaches. It’s home to an exotic underworld of turquoise pools and one of the most beautiful is Cenote Yokzonot in the Yucatan Peninsula.
A Unique Hidden Experience
At Apple Specials, we always recommend travelers to explore beyond the obvious. The Yucatan Peninsula is a holiday destination to do that. Deep in hidden jungle locations, under a frame of tall jungle trees and tangled branches, crisp mineral-rich waters flow freely in and...

Working Out on Vacation: Top All-Inclusive Resorts for Gym Junkies
Working out on vacation is a must for those who want to stay fit and feel good while enjoying a relaxing time in the most beautiful destinations in the world.
At Apple Specials, we know it’s getting harder to come up with a reason to skip gym time when you’re away on vacation. The top all-inclusive resorts have designed some incredibly beautiful gyms to work out. You...